Jason Gouvas doesn t want to believe he has special abilities or that he's an Oldsoul-- a vessel for the souls of people who have passed away, but the dead girl in his mind can be very persuasive. Her name is Erin, and through her Jason is able to access the knowledge and skills of the souls within him. And with a group of power-hungry immortals bent on destroying the Oldsouls and overthrowing humanity, he's going to need them all.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
I was lucky enough to interview with the author on my blog, in which he talks a little about graphic novels, cartoons and weapons.
Oldsoul was one of those books that when I first heard about it I was thinking it was going to be like most of the other books I've read recently in which the main character can communicate mentally with other people, like telepathy, except he could communicate with dead souls as well. I was completely wrong. For me it was more like reading mission impossible or bourne identity with the addition of the main character getting feedback and advice from relatives, other oldsouls etc through his mind, with the help of Erin.
I couldn't help but picture the story as an action movie as I read, huge all out fight scenes including missions and explosions and flying cars. I also think it would make a great graphic novel and through the author interview I discovered that is what he originally hoped for this story.
As the main character is a young policeman at 18 years old, this appeals to a younger audience and with a less focus on romance and more on battle, a great book recommendation for boys.
I was also a little surprised to find a focus on family ties as well. There is a story connecting Jason with his father and his grandfather that really appealed to me. I liked the struggle that he is put through, he has some hard decisions to make and only with the help of the other oldsouls is he able to fight back. After all you can't really be considered for the title of superhero without a sidekick or two.
Oldsoul was one of those books that when I first heard about it I was thinking it was going to be like most of the other books I've read recently in which the main character can communicate mentally with other people, like telepathy, except he could communicate with dead souls as well. I was completely wrong. For me it was more like reading mission impossible or bourne identity with the addition of the main character getting feedback and advice from relatives, other oldsouls etc through his mind, with the help of Erin.
I couldn't help but picture the story as an action movie as I read, huge all out fight scenes including missions and explosions and flying cars. I also think it would make a great graphic novel and through the author interview I discovered that is what he originally hoped for this story.
As the main character is a young policeman at 18 years old, this appeals to a younger audience and with a less focus on romance and more on battle, a great book recommendation for boys.
I was also a little surprised to find a focus on family ties as well. There is a story connecting Jason with his father and his grandfather that really appealed to me. I liked the struggle that he is put through, he has some hard decisions to make and only with the help of the other oldsouls is he able to fight back. After all you can't really be considered for the title of superhero without a sidekick or two.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By T. Sparks
Format:Kindle Edition
I ran into Dan Haring during the Apocalypsies YAmazing Race (well, not literally, `cause it was on the internet) and asked if I could review Oldsoul on my blog. He was nice enough to send me a copy, and I'm so glad I read it, because it has an original hook that made me want to keep reading.
Jason is a young cop on patrol one night with his partner Marty, when they are caught scoping out a secret meeting of a notorious Italian crime family. As he comes to after being beaten and tied up, Jason hears a voice in his head telling him to hold on, and all hell breaks loose as a group of weapon-wielding vigilantes comes to his rescue. Confused, bleeding, and in pain, Jason later wakes up in a strange room, and his new life begins. According to his new friends Solon and Mela, he is an "Oldsoul," a vessel for hundreds of reincarnated souls, who all reside within Jason. Better still, he is automatically equipped with each soul's particular talents and knowledge. The speaker for the group is a soul named Erin, a young girl whom Jason gets to know quite well as the story progresses, as they learn to converse with each other without speaking aloud.
Solon also explains that the Oldsouls are facing war with the Athanatos, immortal beings who want to destroy the Oldsouls. Luckily, the Oldsouls have a weapon that can drastically hinder, if not kill, the Athanatos: their own blood. (Likewise, Athanatos blood is dangerous to Oldsouls.) Coincidentally, Jason just happens to be the Oldsoul known as the Ancient of Days, the one who is destined to defeat the enemy. The Oldsouls have a mission to keep their race going, and their best chance at survival, Jason, is finally part of the team.
The action is fast and furious as the Oldsouls try to stop the evil Athanatos Moravec. Along the way, Jason is stunned to meet up with several lost family members, including his father, who turns out to be an Athanatos himself, and his dead Grandfather, whom he meets up with in his dreams. When Jason discovers he has several startling abilities, including the power to heal himself, the pieces of his parentage begin to fall into place. In order to triumph, Jason must come to terms with his new talents and accept the help of his souls.
Haring wisely includes a love interest for Jason, the beautiful Mela, who is also an Oldsoul. The Oldsouls may need Jason to help them win their battle, but Jason's priorities clearly involve getting closer to Mela, and later after she is kidnapped during a dangerous mission, rescuing her. Strangely enough, I felt the more interesting female character was Erin, whose wicked humor and sarcasm were much more engaging than the cookie-cutter Mela's. Although Mela has had combat training and joins in fights with the others, I could imagine Erin doing much better in battle, and not managing to get herself kidnapped to boot. And Erin has a mystery to solve: her mortal life ended in murder, and Jason has sworn to help her discover the identity of her killer.
I enjoyed the unique concept of Oldsoul, a variation on the idea of reincarnation. As an Oldsoul, Jason will eventually be reborn in another body when he dies, and all the souls in his head, including the wonderful Erin, will be there with him. Haring's story is action-packed but filled with humor as well. His use of present tense throughout, which I usually don't like, worked well this time and made the action and emotion in the story seem palpable, especially since Jason is telling the story. Characters abound in Oldsoul, perhaps too many, and I couldn't begin to list them all here if I tried. But they are all well-drawn and add depth to the plot, and most readers won't have trouble keeping track of them. My one complaint is that the dialog was too clichéd and predictable, and made the love story between Jason and Mela less than believable. But Haring has time to work on his dialog. He's young, after all, and has many more books in him, I'll bet. I for one will be waiting in line for his next story.
Jason is a young cop on patrol one night with his partner Marty, when they are caught scoping out a secret meeting of a notorious Italian crime family. As he comes to after being beaten and tied up, Jason hears a voice in his head telling him to hold on, and all hell breaks loose as a group of weapon-wielding vigilantes comes to his rescue. Confused, bleeding, and in pain, Jason later wakes up in a strange room, and his new life begins. According to his new friends Solon and Mela, he is an "Oldsoul," a vessel for hundreds of reincarnated souls, who all reside within Jason. Better still, he is automatically equipped with each soul's particular talents and knowledge. The speaker for the group is a soul named Erin, a young girl whom Jason gets to know quite well as the story progresses, as they learn to converse with each other without speaking aloud.
Solon also explains that the Oldsouls are facing war with the Athanatos, immortal beings who want to destroy the Oldsouls. Luckily, the Oldsouls have a weapon that can drastically hinder, if not kill, the Athanatos: their own blood. (Likewise, Athanatos blood is dangerous to Oldsouls.) Coincidentally, Jason just happens to be the Oldsoul known as the Ancient of Days, the one who is destined to defeat the enemy. The Oldsouls have a mission to keep their race going, and their best chance at survival, Jason, is finally part of the team.
The action is fast and furious as the Oldsouls try to stop the evil Athanatos Moravec. Along the way, Jason is stunned to meet up with several lost family members, including his father, who turns out to be an Athanatos himself, and his dead Grandfather, whom he meets up with in his dreams. When Jason discovers he has several startling abilities, including the power to heal himself, the pieces of his parentage begin to fall into place. In order to triumph, Jason must come to terms with his new talents and accept the help of his souls.
Haring wisely includes a love interest for Jason, the beautiful Mela, who is also an Oldsoul. The Oldsouls may need Jason to help them win their battle, but Jason's priorities clearly involve getting closer to Mela, and later after she is kidnapped during a dangerous mission, rescuing her. Strangely enough, I felt the more interesting female character was Erin, whose wicked humor and sarcasm were much more engaging than the cookie-cutter Mela's. Although Mela has had combat training and joins in fights with the others, I could imagine Erin doing much better in battle, and not managing to get herself kidnapped to boot. And Erin has a mystery to solve: her mortal life ended in murder, and Jason has sworn to help her discover the identity of her killer.
I enjoyed the unique concept of Oldsoul, a variation on the idea of reincarnation. As an Oldsoul, Jason will eventually be reborn in another body when he dies, and all the souls in his head, including the wonderful Erin, will be there with him. Haring's story is action-packed but filled with humor as well. His use of present tense throughout, which I usually don't like, worked well this time and made the action and emotion in the story seem palpable, especially since Jason is telling the story. Characters abound in Oldsoul, perhaps too many, and I couldn't begin to list them all here if I tried. But they are all well-drawn and add depth to the plot, and most readers won't have trouble keeping track of them. My one complaint is that the dialog was too clichéd and predictable, and made the love story between Jason and Mela less than believable. But Haring has time to work on his dialog. He's young, after all, and has many more books in him, I'll bet. I for one will be waiting in line for his next story.
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I didn't want to put it down. Great read. Genuinely unique idea- a one-off - I had a hard time slotting this into other sci-fi/psych fare. I won't reveal the plot as the discovery was one of the things that made this book fun, although now I am hoping for another story. I hope this is the beginning of a series. Nice to read a book I can recommend to my YA boys without reservation.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
awesome
loved loved loved it dan! i picked it up and couldn't put it down until i was done! great work!
Published 1 month ago by HeyUitsMe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun concept, engaging story
I had the good fortune of helping edit the manuscript before it was published. Dan is a passionate writer, and he worked hard to bring this book to life. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Carrie Snider
4.0 out of 5 stars
Half way through- like it so far
Been reading lots of different stuff lately, and was here hunting for a new Author in a genre I haven't worn out. Once you learn a writers "Recipe" as I call it, I get bored. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Shiggz
3.0 out of 5 stars
Strong, Debut Novel
Oldsoul was unlike anything else i've read, which made me want to read it as soon as I read the premise for it. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Laura (The Reading Nook
4.0 out of 5 stars
An Intriguing Premise
Oldsoul - what a cool concept! Oldsoul had a bit of a slower start, but really built into a a cool premise and action packed story. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Erica
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic YA Paranormal!!!
Oldsoul is a fantastic YA Paranormal. Dan Haring has just introduced me to an awesome main character named Jason Gouvas. Read more
Published 13 months ago by I Heart YA Books
